Established in 1987, the CRLB (formerly CRCTL) provides scientific and analytical support for multinational clinical trials and epidemiologic studies. Located at McMaster University, it has grown to support studies from over 85 countries and houses approximately 3 million samples. Specializing in the shipment, storage, and analysis of clinical samples, CRLB collaborates with the pharmaceutical industry, diagnostic companies, and research organizations to advance medical research and trials.